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County Durham pupils travel 1,200 miles to meet Spanish pen pals
PUPILS from a North East primary school bid "Buenos días" to new friends in Spain after taking part in an international education exchange funded through a Government travel scheme.The group of 14 children from St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, in Coundon, near Bishop Auckland, travelled to th...
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County Durham Pupils Build International Friendships During Spanish Exchange Visit
PUPILS from a North East primary school bid "Buenos días" to new friends in Spain after taking part in an international education exchange funded through a Government travel scheme.The group of 14 children from St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, in Coundon, near Bishop Auckland, travelled to th...
Free Summer Solstice Celebration to Bring Community Together in Durham
People from across County Durham are being invited to come together for an afternoon of music, food, creativity and outdoor activities as Connected in Nature CIC hosts a free Summer Solstice Celebration in Durham.Taking place at Broomside Park on Saturday 20 June 2026, the event will also mark the o...
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Alpro Capital Acquires Lee’s Coaches to Drive the Next Phase of Growth
A County Durham coach operator with a history stretching back more than 60 years has entered a new chapter following its acquisition by North East-based investment firm Alpro Capital.Lee's Coaches, which was founded in the 1960s, has built a reputation for providing coach hire, day excursions and co...
Durham Train Station incident LIVE: Woman in her 80s 'seriously injured' after being hit by van
Police remain at the scene
Elderly woman 'seriously injured' after being hit by a van outside North East train station
North East Ambulance Service confirmed that one person has been taken to Newcastle's Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)
Hundreds gather for packed out service at Durham Cathedral as new bishop is installed
Bishop Rick, who previously was Archdeacon of Auckland, was announced as the next Bishop of Durham in February
New College Durham Students Gain Insight into Parliament During Visit from Lord Shipley
Students at New College Durham had the opportunity to meet Lord Shipley as part of the UK Parliament’s respected Learn with the Lords education programme. The initiative gives students a valuable insight into the work of the House of Lords, enabling them to engage directly with members of Parliame...
Durham Academy Team Builds, Tests and Races Go-Kart Against Schools Nationwide
YOUNG engineers at a North East school are enjoying life in the fast lane after successfully building and driving their own go-kart.Pupils from Durham Academy, in Ushaw Moor, took part in the STEM on Track programme, a national scheme which empowers young people from across the UK and Ireland to des...
Durham Rising Star James Younger Builds Impressive Acting Career at Just 10 Years Old
Young Durham actor James Younger is continuing to build an impressive profile in the entertainment industry following his appearance on Channel 5’s The Fortune and a recent casting in an upcoming film production. The rising star has enjoyed a memorable few months, with his television debut introdu...
Award-winning Newcastle cocktail bar Mother Mercy announces Durham opening date
New Mother Mercy bar to open five minutes from Durham Cathedral - with a new menu
Durham Brass Festival Adds Walking, Cycling and Dance Events for 20th Anniversary
Music fans can prepare to dance, walk and even cycle to the rhythm this summer as a brand-new feature joins the line-up for Durham Brass Festival. The region’s biggest celebration of brass music returns to County Durham from Sunday 12 to Sunday 19 July, bringing a packed programme of performances,...
New Indian restaurant opens in Durham city centre after major transformation of popular site
A new chapter has begun for one of Durham City's well-known restaurant premises
Traffic, travel and weather news - Live updates for County Durham and North East
We'll be bringing you all the latest live traffic, travel and weather updates from County Durham and the North East today (June 1).
Teen murderers and shotgun attackers among those jailed in the North East in May
Teen murderers, shotgun attackers and dog attacks among the North East cases at Teesside Crown Court in May.
County Durham man jailed 28 days after breach of domestic violence protection order
Jack Snow, 34, has been sentenced to 28 days in jail after admitting breaching a domestic violence protection order in County Durham.
County Durham drag queen says ‘love always wins’ after biggest-ever Durham Pride
Miss Tess Tickle, from Ferryhill, spoke to The Northern Echo at the biggest-ever Durham Pride festival yesterday
Is the warm weather set to continue in Darlington and County Durham this week?
County Durham and Darlington will experience a mild but unsettled week ahead, with frequent showers, cloudy skies, and only occasional brighter spells.
Full list of North East road closures and roadworks this week
All the planned road closures and roadworks across the region for the week beginning Monday, June 1
Inside a 'superb' North East period townhouse in 'prestigious' address for sale at £750,000
The property offers stunning views towards the castle and cathedral